Caregiver with at least 6 months caregiving experience

Senior Wellness Homecare Llc•Albuquerque, NM

2h•$18

About The Position

We are looking for a Home Care Aide to join our amazing team! You will be directly working with clients, following a one-on-one care plan in the comfort of wherever they call home (including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Rehabilitation, etc). You operate with a big heart, not only providing personalized and attentive care but by building genuine relationships with those you serve. You should be detail-oriented, highly organized, and committed to creating a healthy environment that meets patient needs. Strong verbal and written communication skills are needed to succeed in this role. Ability to work independently. Prior Home Health or Hospice experience is a plus.

Requirements

At least 6 months of prior home health aid/caregiver experience in a homecare company or facility is preferred.
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently with compassion and integrity.
Effective communication skills with coworkers, family, and clients.
Active Driver’s license.
Willingness to undergo and pass comprehensive Criminal Background Checks, MVD and Health Screenings, Drug testing, and Reference Checks.

Nice To Haves

Prior Home Health or Hospice experience

Responsibilities

Assistance with ADLs (activities of daily living) such as bathing, grooming, dressing, meal preparation, mobility, and transfers.
Providing light housekeeping (sweeping, vacuuming, wiping countertops), changing bed linens, doing laundry, and dry folding.
Document patient care, changes in condition, progress, or problems, and report and discuss observations with the supervisor as soon as possible.
Build relationships with patients through genuine companionship.
Medication reminder.
Engage patients in exercises or other activities.
Support with transporting to doctor's appointment, medication pick up, and running errands.